Dr. Richard Adams
Dallas, TX
42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adams, Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Richard Adams is a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Adams graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Childrens Med Ctr, Pediatrics Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (214) 559-5000.
Where did Dr. Adams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Childrens Med Ctr, Pediatrics Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Adams board certified as a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Adams is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Adams speak?
Dr. Adams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Adams treat?
As a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, Dr. Adams diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Adams. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Lumbar Spina Bifida with Hydrocephalus
- Sacral Spina Bifida with Hydrocephalus
- Lumbar Spina Bifida
- Spina Bifida in Chest Area with Water on the Brain
- Hydrocephalus
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
- Lower Back Spina Bifida and Water on Brain
- Lumbar Myelomeningocele
- Tailbone Spina Bifida and Water on Brain
- Sacral Myelomeningocele
- Lower Back Spina Bifida
- Thoracic Myelomeningocele with Hydrocephalus
- Open Spine in Chest with Hydrocephalus
- Spinal Defect and Brain Fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
- Q052: Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
- Q053: Sacral spina bifida with hydrocephalus
- Q057: Lumbar spina bifida without hydrocephalus
- Q051: Thoracic spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Chiari Malformation with Spina Bifida and Water on the Brain
- Chiari Malformation with Spina Bifida
- Chiari Malformation
- Hydrocephalus
- Spina Bifida
- Arnold-Chiari, Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus
- Complex Brain and Spine Birth Defect
- Chiari II with Hydrocephalus
- Arnold-Chiari and Spina Bifida
- Brain and Spine Birth Defect
- Chiari II Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q0703: Arnold-Chiari syndrome with spina bifida and hydrocephalus
- Q0701: Arnold-Chiari syndrome with spina bifida
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Phonological Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
- Speech Sound Disorder
- Articulation Disorder
- Sound Production Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
- F800: Phonological disorder
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
- Birth Defects
- Spinal birth defects
- Congenital spine abnormalities
- Vertebral malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Neurogenic Bowel
- Digestive Disease
- Nerve-Related Bowel Dysfunction
- Neuropathic Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K592: Neurogenic bowel, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lipoma in Other Body Areas
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor in various sites
- Benign fatty growth
- Lipoma in unusual locations
- Fatty lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1779: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of other sites
What procedures does Dr. Adams perform?
As a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist, Dr. Adams performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Adams. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Adams accept my insurance?
Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 559-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Adams in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
Cook Children's
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Healthfirst
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Adams' office located?
What is Dr. Adams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518174416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adams
What is Dr. Richard Adams's specialty?
Dr. Adams is a Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist near Dallas, TX. A pediatrician specializing in the care of individuals with developmental delays and learning disorders related to cerebral palsy, spina bifida, autism, and other chronic neurological conditions. Contact Dr. Adams to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adams is affiliated with Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery Plano which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Richard Adams accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Adams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Adams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (214) 559-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Adams?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (214) 559-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Adams have?
Dr. Richard Adams is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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